Dr. Alan Oester, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 45

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Alan Oester, MD is an ophthalmologist in Wilmington, NC. He is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Alan Oester, MD

Practice

1729 New Hanover Medical Park Dr Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 763-3601

Accepting new patients

(910) 763-3601

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Oester specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
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Dr. Oester's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Oester

5.0
109 ratings, 91 with a written review
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I haven't felt this confident with a doctor in quite some time. Dr. Oester was thorough, professional and an added plus-pleasant to speak with. Staff was likewise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kathleen Ogrady – Jan 12, 2023
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Very thorough in explaining procedure. Professional and quite pleasant.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rita Kopjo – Jan 08, 2023
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Upcoming ptosis procedure
Very good. He explained my upcoming procedure fully and in terms that were clear. His manner was down to earth and reassuring.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 08, 2023
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Highly Recommend
Dr. Oester did a fantastic job! Everyone was friendly and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SRiggs – Jan 07, 2023
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I enjoyed meeting the staff and Dr. Oester. Everyone was very kind, courteous and professional. Giving me hope to see better was wonderful to hear! O
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Elizabeth – Dec 15, 2022
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Dr. Oester was very helpful and listened to our concerns and the staff was very helpful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 13, 2022
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Very good. He is a true professional, as are his staff. I have heard many great things about him from other people who have been to him. looking forward to having my surgery with him at the helm.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 01, 2022
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Check up on my eye lid surgery
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 29, 2022
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Professional.
Good visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 15, 2022
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I found Dr. Oster to be thorough, professional, and understanding from my first visit to my post-op visit. He takes time to answer questions and concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2022
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Great experience
The staff was very friendly and answered my questions fully. Dr Oester took the time to fully look at my eye lids and explained the procedure in detail.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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KC – Nov 03, 2022
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Dr Oester is so great
Very professional office Was seen quickly Carol was very articulate and knowledgeable in explaining normal recovery I am so grateful to Dr Oester for improving my visual field and the amount of light in my pupils Wonderful Dr who spends time with the patient and explains everything in depth and is reassuring
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Martha Pelletier – Nov 01, 2022
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Clearly extremely competent; but also a great bedside manner! Staff was professional, warm, and zero wait time while in the office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ann McDowell Lewis – Oct 29, 2022
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Wonderful care from initial visit to follow up car
Everyone in Dr. Oester’s office was welcoming and high energy. The doctor listened, examined, made assessments, gave options and answered all questions. The day of surgery his staff was empathetic and upbeat. They provided spa-like care without even a request. The after care was amazing as well. I would definitely recommend Dr. Oester and his staff for all eye needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 28, 2022
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Dr, Oester a superb surgeon
My eyelid procedure with Dr. Oester has improved my vision and appearance. Everything went smoothly. All questions answered promptly and efficiently. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Trask – Oct 27, 2022
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excellent
Excellent experience, great office great staff, great Doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 27, 2022
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Professional, courteous and conscientious. Reassuring when addressing patient concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jeanette Willoughby – Oct 18, 2022
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Explains eye and function and any related problems
Felt confident regarding his recommendations and follow up .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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JS – Oct 13, 2022
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Post op visit
Good post op visit. Dr Oester answered all my questions and was reassuring of the results thus far and in future. Highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Val S. – Oct 06, 2022
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Very thorough very professional Answered all my questions
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Candler Barker – Oct 06, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Oester has extensive experience in both the operating room and the clinic and has a level of enthusiasm that benefits both patients and the community.

biography

Dr. Oester specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery of the face, eyelids, ocular orbits and lacrimal systems and cosmetic procedures. He performs brow lifts, lid lifts, cancer reconstructions, cosmetic lower eyelid surgery, and many other procedures.

  • Ophthalmology

  • Oculoplastic Surgery

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  • Vanderbilt Univeristy Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • Indiana University

    Internship Hospital, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Wilmington Eye P.A.1729 New Hanover Medical Park Dr Wilmington, NC 28403
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St
    Wilmington, NC 28401
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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